I love an African holiday planning challenge, and while most of what I do is help to plan safari holidays, as a (lapsed) marathon runner I also get asked for my input on marathons in Africa, so I’ve rounded up some brief information on five of the most iconic. We’ve ... Read more

Seeing a giraffe on safari is mesmerising, especially for children. Immersing your family in the wildlife and their surroundings will ensure they appreciate them and later in life. Considered to be calm and thoughtful, giraffe safaris are suitable for all ages. Where can I see the biggest giraffe herds? Where can I ... Read more

Elephants are some of Africa’s greatest migrants, and for centuries they have been known to move vast distances between favoured sources of seasonal food and water. Many of the continent’s largest escarpments and mountains have been mapped by elephants over the millennia, and their ancient pathways have often been used ... Read more

Canoe Safaris Canoe safaris are a fantastic way to view wildlife - you are able to visit places not accessible by vehicle and can really get under the skin of Africa. The options below offer three different ways to paddle along the mighty Zambezi River and enjoy viewing animals from ... Read more

Think of romance and travel and what picture do you get in your head? A couple kissing in front of the Eiffel Tower, or smooching in a gondola on a Venice canal. But probably not a safari. However Africa will surprise you with the private romantic moments made for anyone ... Read more

Year-round there is somewhere in Africa and the Indian Ocean with sunny days and great wildlife. Here are some of our favourite places to visit month by month. January – safari in Kenya and you’ll have superb wildlife. The Masai Mara is excellent and less visited at this time of ... Read more

If you thought safari was all about wildlife drives and bush walks, think again. Here are some of the more unusual ways to experience Africa's wilderness: Take a houseboat in Botswana Moving along the Chobe River, Zambezi Queen is a 5-star, 42-metre long luxury houseboat offering unparalleled sophistication in one ... Read more

Safari guide – the ultimate dream job right? You have the best office in the world, every day feels like an adventure, you meet interesting people, and get to enjoy Africa and its wildlife. Scratch beneath the surface though and a few negatives are there too. Safari guiding isn’t brilliantly ... Read more

Aardvark Safaris is delighted to be continuing its association with The Harbour Club. We are also looking forward to bringing our stand to the club later in the year. There are some wonderful options here from exceptional wildlife viewing to gorgeous beach escapes. All are suitable for families travelling with ... Read more

Drumbeat Autumn 2015 Inside this issue of Drumbeat Autumn 2015: Francis looks at what’s on offer in Tanzania which he describes as one of Africa’s most complete safari destinations. Lucinda tracks Zimbabwe’s return to the fold. In the start of a series of interviews with our sales team we talk to ... Read more